(Editing a gallery) |
(Adding categories) |
||
| (31 intermediate revisions by 15 users not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
| + | {{Notice|This article concerns the non-playable variant used by [[Larry Foulke]]. For the variant available to players, see [[ADFX-01 Morgan]].}} |
||
| − | {{Aircraft |
+ | {{Aircraft |
| ⚫ | |||
| − | |image = File: |
+ | | image = [[File:ACZERO-ADFX-02.jpg]] |
| + | | role = [[Multirole]] |
||
| − | |imagewidth = 300px |
||
| + | | variants = [[ADFX-01 Morgan]]<br>[[ADF-01 FALKEN]]<br>[[ADA-01A ADLER]]<br>[[ADA-01B ADLER]] |
||
| − | |country = [[Belka]] |
||
| + | | appearances = ''[[Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War]]''<br>''[[Aces At War: A History]]'' |
||
| − | |manufacturer = South Belka Munitions Factory |
||
| + | }} |
||
| − | |type = Experimental aircraft |
||
| + | {{Quote|Transmission from enemy craft detected. [[Larry Foulke|He]]'s controlling the [[V2]] launch!|[[AWACS Eagle Eye]]}} |
||
| − | |operators = [[Belkan Air Force]] |
||
| − | + | The '''ADFX-02 Morgan''' was an experimental combat aircraft built by the [[Gründer Industries|South Belka Munitions Factory]]. It was a more advanced variant of the [[ADFX-01 Morgan]], featuring the ability to hold all three of its special weapons at once. |
|
| ⚫ | |||
| − | The Morgan was the second ADFX aircraft produced by the South Belka Munitions Factory, after the [[ADFX-01 Morgan|ADFX-01]]. Despite having identical bodies and technology, the -02 was designed as a testbed for experimental weapons, and the differences in role were considered enough to have them considered as entirely separate aircraft. |
||
| + | {{TOC limit}} |
||
| − | The ADFX-02 was obtained by the group "[[A World With No Boundaries]]" during their uprising in late 1995. It was given to former [[Ustio]] mercenary [[Larry Foulke]], who had it painted in his characteristic "white body-red wing" livery. During the Ustio-[[Osea]] invasion of the [[Avalon Dam]] silo in December 31, Foulke flew the Morgan to ensure the launch of the [[V2]] missile within the site. |
||
| + | ==Design== |
||
| + | [[File:ADFX-02 (AAW).jpg|thumb|200px]] |
||
| + | [[File:ADFX-02 Morgan (Aces At War).png|thumb|200px|ADFX-02 in ''[[Aces At War: A History]]'']] |
||
| + | The ADFX-02 was the twin to the [[ADFX-01 Morgan]], created by the same factory. The two aircraft share the same body design, performance upgrades over conventional jet fighters, and special weapons, namely the "Zoisite" [[Tactical Laser System]], "Hyperthene" [[Multi-Purpose Burst Missile]], and "Morganite" [[Electronic Countermeasure|Electronic Counter Measure Pod]].{{refcall|AAW57}} |
||
| + | |||
| + | However, the ADFX-02 had various improvements over the ADFX-01. It featured a reinforced airframe as well as the ability to carry all of its special weapons simultaneously.{{ref|ACZM18|[[Zero]]. ''[[Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War]]''.}} In addition, the ADFX-02's TLS featured hydraulics, minor targeting systems, and internal mirrors, allowing for it to be redirected at different angles towards its target.{{refcall|AAW57}} To keep this system stable, the aircraft was equipped with a G-force limiter set at 7G.{{ref|AAW60|''[[Aces At War: A History]]''. Page 60.}} The aircraft's ECM system was also improved - it could deflect all incoming missiles and bullets from any angle except the front.{{refcall|ACZM18}} |
||
| + | |||
| + | The aircraft's specifications are as follows:{{ref|AAW57|''[[Aces At War: A History]]''. Page 57.}} |
||
| + | *Length: 23.9 m (78.41 ft) |
||
| + | *Width: 15.7 m (51.51 ft) |
||
| + | *Height (clean configuration): 4.6 m (15.10 ft) |
||
| + | *Height (landing configuration): 5.7 m (18.70 ft) |
||
| + | *Weight: 19,600 kg (19.6 metric tons) |
||
| + | *Combat Radius: 1,200 km (745.65 miles) |
||
| + | *Max Speed: Mach 2.0 (2,450 km/h or 1522 mph) |
||
| + | |||
| ⚫ | |||
| + | The ADFX-02 was created on January 4, 1985.{{refcall|AAW57}} It did not see any combat until it was stolen by [[A World With No Boundaries]] in late 1995, at which point it was painted in [[Larry Foulke]]'s signature livery with a white body and a single red wing.{{refcall|ACZM18}} |
||
| + | On December 31, 1995, AWWNB attempted to launch a [[V2]] from [[Avalon Dam, Belka]]. [[Cipher]] and [[Patrick James Beckett]] managed to halt its launch by destroying the control devices within the dam. Pixy entered the airspace with the ADFX-02, shot down PJ with its TLS, and engaged in a duel against Cipher. [[AWACS Eagle Eye]] confirmed that the aircraft had manual control of the V2 launch.{{refcall|ACZM18}} Pixy disabled the G-force limiter, and hit G-forces in excess of 11G during the battle.{{refcall|AAW60}} The damage on the TLS from both Cipher and the G-forces caused it to explode, forcing Pixy to resort to launching MPBMs. Eventually, Cipher destroyed the MPBM launcher as well, leading to Pixy activating the aircraft's ECM and launching the V2. Cipher continually fired at the aircraft head-on, eventually destroying it and causing the V2 to detonate harmlessly in the upper atmosphere.{{refcall|ACZM18}} |
||
| − | [[File:ADFX-02_(V2_Launch).jpg|thumb|left|226px|Pixy launching the V2 missile.]]Upon entering Avalon airspace, Foulke tried to kill his former comrade [[Cipher]] with the Morgan's [[Tactical Laser System|"Zoisite]][[Tactical Laser System| laser weapon]] , but took down [[Patrick James Beckett]] instead. Cipher engaged him to stop the launch of the V2 and defeated Pixy in a duel of "aerial jousting", where Cipher eventually shot Pixy and his ADFX-02 down, causing the missile to self-destruct in the atmosphere as the Morgan crashed into the earth. |
||
| − | Some time after the battle |
+ | Some time after the battle, the South Belka Munitions Factory, then reformed as [[Gründer Industries]], recovered the ADFX-02's remains from Avalon Dam. They used the data in the aircraft's flight recorder, most of which was from Cipher and Pixy's battle, and used it to create the [[ADF-01 FALKEN]].{{refcall|AAW57}} |
| − | == |
+ | ==Game Analysis== |
| + | <tabber> |
||
| − | The ADFX-02 shares the [[Sukhoi]]-inspired body design of the ADFX-01, having a virtually indistinguishable body. Similarly, both aircraft have identical performance parameters, sharing the same WWX-GD-400 engines and empty manufacturer's weight. |
||
| + | |-|Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War====Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War=== |
||
| + | '''How to Unlock''' |
||
| − | In terms of weaponry, it shares the same basic configuration of the 01, using imaging infrared missiles and a [[GiL30mm]] machine gun. As an experimental testing platform, it was equipped with a variety of unconventional weapons developed by the South Belka Munitions Factory. |
||
| + | :The ADFX-02 is not available to the player. For the playable variant, see [[ADFX-01 Morgan]]. |
||
| − | *The '''[[Tactical Laser System]]''', codename "Zoisite" is the predecessor of the variant employed by the ADF-01 FALKEN. Unlike its advanced successor, the Zoisite version takes the form of a bulky weapon pod mounted in the Morgan's upper midsection. The weapon works under a limit of 7-G. The ADFX-02's TLS features hydraulics and minor targeting systems for a narrow automated target elimination, while the ADFX-01 requires the pilot's concentration to steer the plane and the TLS onto the target, akin to the ADF-01. |
||
| − | *The '''[[Multi-Purpose Burst Missile]]''', codename "Hyperstene" is an scaled down ballistic missile, modified specially for the ADFX models. Being larger than a normal missile, it uses polynitrogen to produce a massive explosion upon impact. However, the substance is very unstable, forcing its creators to reduce the weapon's power to a tenth of its original strength. It was the predecessor of the Yuktobanian [[Burst Missile]] used by the [[Scinfaxi-class Submarine|Scinfaxi class submarines]]. |
||
| − | *The '''[[Electronic Counter Measure Pod]]''', codename "Morganite" is an special electronic defense system which disables enemy missile tracking. As well, the weapon is capable of generating a field which renders the aircraft invincible to nearly all attacks, simply ignoring missile impacts and deflecting incoming bullets. |
||
| + | '''Named Aces''' |
||
| − | ==Trivia== |
||
| + | :'''[[Larry Foulke|Pixy]]''' - Appears by default as the only TGT in [[Zero]] |
||
| − | *The name Morgan is derived from Morgan le Fay, a powerful sorceress in the legends of king Arthur. This is yet another reference to Arthurian legend in [[Ace Combat Zero]]. |
||
| − | *The final stage of the fight almost replicates a medieval jousting match, with the player being required to attack the Morgan head-on to avoid its shields. |
||
| − | *The Morgan also bears a resemblance to the YF-19 fighter from the anime OVA Macross Plus, especially in Pixy's Morgan's paint scheme. |
||
| − | *Interestingly, Pixy's ADFX-02 Morgan could be considered the most powerful fighter in Ace Combat history, not counting the science-fiction themed fighters of Ace Combat 3. The playable ADFX-01 is already quite effective, but the ADFX-02 has several improvements. Primarily, it can carry all three special weapons at once (although judging by Pixy's usage, it appears that only one of these is "active" at a time). Also, the special weapons have features not available to the player: Pixy's TLS beam possesses targeting features through hydraulics, and the ADFX-02's ECMP not only interferes with enemy radar and missile lock, but actually "shields" the plane against bullets, explosives, et cetera (except for the engine intakes). While Leasath's Fenrir from Ace Combat X features equipment unavailable to the player (the digital optical stealth and high-powered microwave weapon), these features are restricted to work in tandem with ground facilities, restricting them solely to defense roles. The ADFX-02's power is somewhat ironic, as the Morgan only appears in Ace Combat Zero, which cronologically is the earliest game in the series, and still displays tremendous power even though lacking the enhancements of a COFFIN system. |
||
| − | + | '''Gallery''' |
|
| − | <gallery |
+ | <gallery bordersize="none" hideaddbutton="true"> |
| − | + | ADFX-02 Morgan.png |
|
| − | + | ADFX-02 Morgan over Avalon.png |
|
| + | ADFX-02 Morgan over Avalon 2.png |
||
| − | AC0_ADFX01.jpg|Galm 2's ADFX-02. |
||
| − | + | TLS Morgan.jpg|ADFX-02's TLS |
|
| − | + | Morgan ecmp.jpg|ADFX-02's ECM |
|
| + | MPBM.jpg|ADFX-02's MPBM |
||
| − | ADFX-01 Top View.png |
||
| − | TLS Morgan.jpg|adfx-02 Morgan TLS|link=acecombat.wikia.com/wiki/ADFX-02_Morgan |
||
| − | Morgan ecmp.jpg|adfx-02 Morgan ECM|link=acecombat.wikia.com/wiki/ADFX-02_Morgan |
||
</gallery> |
</gallery> |
||
| + | </tabber> |
||
| ⚫ | |||
| + | {{Reflist}} |
||
| ⚫ | |||
| ⚫ | |||
| ⚫ | |||
| ⚫ | |||
[[Category:Original Aircraft]] |
[[Category:Original Aircraft]] |
||
| − | [[Category: |
+ | [[Category:Unplayable Aircraft]] |
| + | [[Category:Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War aircraft]] |
||
Revision as of 09:38, 7 June 2019
This article concerns the non-playable variant used by Larry Foulke. For the variant available to players, see ADFX-01 Morgan.
- "Transmission from enemy craft detected. He's controlling the V2 launch!"
- ― AWACS Eagle Eye
The ADFX-02 Morgan was an experimental combat aircraft built by the South Belka Munitions Factory. It was a more advanced variant of the ADFX-01 Morgan, featuring the ability to hold all three of its special weapons at once.
Design
ADFX-02 in Aces At War: A History
The ADFX-02 was the twin to the ADFX-01 Morgan, created by the same factory. The two aircraft share the same body design, performance upgrades over conventional jet fighters, and special weapons, namely the "Zoisite" Tactical Laser System, "Hyperthene" Multi-Purpose Burst Missile, and "Morganite" Electronic Counter Measure Pod.[1]
However, the ADFX-02 had various improvements over the ADFX-01. It featured a reinforced airframe as well as the ability to carry all of its special weapons simultaneously.[2] In addition, the ADFX-02's TLS featured hydraulics, minor targeting systems, and internal mirrors, allowing for it to be redirected at different angles towards its target.[1] To keep this system stable, the aircraft was equipped with a G-force limiter set at 7G.[3] The aircraft's ECM system was also improved - it could deflect all incoming missiles and bullets from any angle except the front.[2]
The aircraft's specifications are as follows:[1]
- Length: 23.9 m (78.41 ft)
- Width: 15.7 m (51.51 ft)
- Height (clean configuration): 4.6 m (15.10 ft)
- Height (landing configuration): 5.7 m (18.70 ft)
- Weight: 19,600 kg (19.6 metric tons)
- Combat Radius: 1,200 km (745.65 miles)
- Max Speed: Mach 2.0 (2,450 km/h or 1522 mph)
History
The ADFX-02 was created on January 4, 1985.[1] It did not see any combat until it was stolen by A World With No Boundaries in late 1995, at which point it was painted in Larry Foulke's signature livery with a white body and a single red wing.[2]
On December 31, 1995, AWWNB attempted to launch a V2 from Avalon Dam, Belka. Cipher and Patrick James Beckett managed to halt its launch by destroying the control devices within the dam. Pixy entered the airspace with the ADFX-02, shot down PJ with its TLS, and engaged in a duel against Cipher. AWACS Eagle Eye confirmed that the aircraft had manual control of the V2 launch.[2] Pixy disabled the G-force limiter, and hit G-forces in excess of 11G during the battle.[3] The damage on the TLS from both Cipher and the G-forces caused it to explode, forcing Pixy to resort to launching MPBMs. Eventually, Cipher destroyed the MPBM launcher as well, leading to Pixy activating the aircraft's ECM and launching the V2. Cipher continually fired at the aircraft head-on, eventually destroying it and causing the V2 to detonate harmlessly in the upper atmosphere.[2]
Some time after the battle, the South Belka Munitions Factory, then reformed as Gründer Industries, recovered the ADFX-02's remains from Avalon Dam. They used the data in the aircraft's flight recorder, most of which was from Cipher and Pixy's battle, and used it to create the ADF-01 FALKEN.[1]
Game Analysis
Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War
How to Unlock
- The ADFX-02 is not available to the player. For the playable variant, see ADFX-01 Morgan.
Named Aces
Gallery
ADFX-02's TLS
ADFX-02's ECM
ADFX-02's MPBM
.jpg){kind=link}
.png){kind=link}